Elite sports rehabilitation and scoliosis specialty care designed for youth and mountain athletes—where movement quality meets performance.

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Power in Every Stride. Strength in Every Curve.

Vision

To be the trusted leader in Mammoth lakes, in youth sports development, scoliosis specialty care, and mountain athlete performance—setting the standard for individualized treatment, movement precision, and safe, efficient return to sport and lifelong performance.

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Classes

Hour long classes. 4 people max for classes.

Sign up by the day before by using the link below or by texting the clinic.

$25 Drop in

Bad Ass Bitch Strength

Tuesdays 11:30

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Strength & Conditioning (Adults)

Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30

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Athletic Development

Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00

  • "I am a professional runner based in Mammoth. I've worked with a ton of strength trainers/physios over the course of my career, and Melissa is among the best in the country. I watched myself improve quickly over our time together, and now I am as strong as I've ever been in my life."

    – TIM G.

  • "Melissa is by far the most talented and skilled PT our family has been to. We have two high level athletes that treat with her regularly. Her Pre-Hab and strength training is equally effective as her post injury care. Melissa is always incorporating the latest certifications and techniques into her care. Can't recommend her highly enough, no one better in the field!"

    – LAUREN Y.

  • "Promising start to a nagging ski related knee issue. First session yielded measurable results where others failed. Melissa is an intuitive problem solver."

    – PETER M.

  • "She is a Swiss Army knife in the physio world, incredibly knowledgeable, and constantly stays updated with the latest research."

    – DANI M.

  • "Melissa has provided amazing rehab from injury as well as strength and conditioning! As a professional track and field athlete, high quality PT is so important. Since beginning to work with Melissa, I’ve improved my personal best times on the track and I am feeling stronger than ever!"

    – GRACE

  • "I tore my hip labrum while staying in Mammoth for the summer and was initially unable to walk slowly without pain. Every time I saw Melissa I had immediate pain improvements that persisted longer and longer after each session. I was still able to get outdoors and be active for our summer in Mammoth, and had a significantly improved quality of life when it came to my hip."

    – NICK R.

  • "A few sessions with Melissa, and I made way more progress than I had made in two months with my hometown PT. Melissa's methods are magic."

    – JIM D.

  • "Melissa was the best physical therapist I've ever gone to (previously went to 2 others in the Bay Area). Melissa is very well-versed and effective at diagnosing the root causes of my interconnected body-aches and/or asymmetries."

    – CINDY Y.

  • "Melissa has helped me work through the most difficult pain and loss of strength through a 6 month recovery from spinal stenosis flare up. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. She is thorough and continually working on improving her own knowledge in her profession. She’s the best."

    – AMY G.

Your Physical Therapist

Dr. Melissa Alonzo, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Melissa Alonzo earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from East Tennessee State University in 2017. She worked at sports medicine departments in hospitals in Steamboat Springs and Mammoth Lakes before opening her private practice in 2021.  She is an active volunteer for US Ski & Snowboarding, having worked with Olympic Athletes in Snowboard Cross and Alpine Ski Racing. Melissa is the Strength Coach and Physio for Mammoth Track Club, the local professional Track Team.

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FAQ

  • Mammoth Physio accepts Blue Shield and Medicare insurance and Workman’s Comp for Mammoth Mountain. She also takes cash payments and can file insurance claims for her clients. She does not have agreements with any other insurance providers at this time.

  • The California Direct Access Law allows physical therapists evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients without a doctor's referral. You can visit a physical therapist, up to 12 times or for 45 days, whichever comes first, without a doctor’s referral.

  • Cash services are wellness visits and include:

    Manual Therapy, Exercise Prescription, and Neuromuscular Re-education for muscle and joint problems.

    Strength Testing using Force Plate Technology, Running Analysis with Runeasi and Strength Training Programs are offered in-person and online.

    Home Exercise Programs are also available for purchase. These are for ongoing maintenance or performance enhancement and are not covered by Insurance.

  • At Mammoth Physio, you must have an Initial Evaluation to begin treatment for physical therapy services. Melissa will evaluate you and develop a personalized care plan that may include Manual Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise, and Neuromuscular Re-education.

    She will perform tests to assess your physical health, which may include force plate testing, muscle testing, range of motion assessment, and orthopedic tests. You'll also receive a Home Exercise Program to help manage your issue from the start.

  • Wear comfortable clothing that lets you move easily. Avoid tight clothes like jeans. Make sure you can access the area you are concerned about.

Get In Touch

Fill out the form to ask a question or book an appointment!

melissa@mammothphysio.com
P. 760-965-9465
F. 760-349-0286